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Originally Posted by Kipper_3434
If the team get McKenna, do we call off the rebuild,and try to win it all during his ELC? or wait for the 2nd window when Huberdeau is off the books?
Defence is in shambles and no #1C but plenty of tradeable assets and cap space.
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I think, in that incredibly lucky scenario, the flames just continue to build through the draft for a at least a couple more seasons. Don’t trade any picks or prospects unless it’s for established top six forwards or top four defenceman that are just entering their prime - similar to the Dobson trade that Montreal did at the draft. Would not acquire anyone older than 26 at that point.
Right now, McKenna looks to be a Kucherov/Kaprisov-level winger. Which is awesome but I don’t think many would consider Minnesota a powerhouse team. Mostly because they don’t have much else in terms of elite talent right now. I think having 2-3 elite forwards and 2 elite defenceman along with solid depth in the lineup will make the flames a perennial contender one day. The flames are already well on their way with a crop of really good depth players that it’s likely to get a few top six forwards and top 4 defencemen from as well. Get McKenna + legit #1 center and I think things will be pretty set to start building around them under the hope that 2-3 of Coronato, Zary, Gridin, Potter and Reschny become top six forwards.